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2012 Ford Focus

4,983 federal complaints ยท 7 recall campaigns on file
Federal complaints
4,983
Recall campaigns
7

Fault profile

Every federal complaint on this vehicle, grouped by component family.

Power train
1,459
Steering
928
Engine & cooling
501
Other
358
Electrical system
355
Fuel system
340
Body & structure
334
Speed control
166
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.

Known issues

The largest complaint clusters, with common replacement parts for each.

Power train

1,459 complaints3 fire reports31 crash reports
"THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS WHILE ACCELERATING AND ONCE IT IS HOT, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS REALLY BAD AND GOES INTO NEUTRAL..."- from a federal complaint filed against this model
Common replacement parts
Transmission Oil Cooler
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Automatic Transmission Assembly
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Manual Transmission Assembly
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Steering

928 complaints2 fire reports23 crash reports
"POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 83,320 MI. IT FAILED WHILE STARTING THE CAR. THE POWER STEERING FAILURE LIGHT/WARNING CAME ON...."- from a federal complaint filed against this model
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Steering Rack and Pinion
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Power Steering Pump
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Power Steering Hose
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Engine & cooling

501 complaints5 fire reports10 crash reports
"ACCELERATING FROM STOP, ENGINE HESITATES, CAUSING TURNS AND ACCELERATION ONTO STREETS TO TAKE LONGER THAN EXPECTED. *TR..."- from a federal complaint filed against this model
Common replacement parts
Complete Engine Assembly
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Cylinder Head
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Head Gasket Set
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Recall campaigns

Recall repairs are performed free of charge at any franchised dealer.

CampaignComponentSummaryRemedy
26V369000Fuel System, GasolineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Focus vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 18V735. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, causing the engine to stall unexpectedlyFree at dealer
20V331000Latches/Locks/LinkagesFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2011-2014 Fiesta, 2013-2014 Fusion, 2015 Mustang, 2013-2015 Escape and C-Max, 2012-2015 Focus, 2014-2016 Transit Connect, 2013-2014 Lincoln MKZ, and 2015 MKC vehicles. TheseFree at dealer
19V515000Fuel System, GasolineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 and 2017 Focus vehicles equipped with 2.0L GDI gasoline engines and 2013-2014 Focus ST vehicles equipped with 2.0L GTDI engines, previously recalled under 18V-735. The Free at dealer
18V735000Fuel System, GasolineFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012-2018 Ford Focus vehicles with a 2.0L GDI or 2.0L GTDI engine. The Canister Purge Valve (CPV) may malfunction, possibly causing excessive vacuum in fuel vapor managementFree at dealer
16V643000Latches/Locks/LinkagesFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2012-2015 Ford Focus, 2013-2015 Ford Escape and Ford C-MAX, 2015 Lincoln MKC and Ford Mustang, and 2014-2016 Ford Transit Connect vehicles. A component within theFree at dealer
13V335000Exterior LightingFord is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Focus BEV vehicles equipped with High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, manufactured September 15, 2011, through May 6, 2013; and model year 2013 Focus ST vehicles equipFree at dealer
12V149000VisibilityFORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 FOCUS VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM AUGUST 1, 2010, THROUGH OCTOBER 18, 2011. A SEAL IN THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR TO THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER MOTOR MAY BE MISSING.Free at dealer

Every part on this vehicle

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Brakes
Front Brake PadsShop on eBay
Rear Brake PadsRear discs; economy cars may use drums/shoes insteadShop on eBay
Brake ShoesRear drum brake vehicles onlyShop on eBay
Front Brake RotorsShop on eBay
Rear Brake RotorsShop on eBay
Brake DrumsRear drum brake vehicles onlyShop on eBay
Front Brake CaliperShop on eBay
Rear Brake CaliperShop on eBay
Brake Master CylinderShop on eBay
Brake BoosterEVs use electronic boost; vacuum boosters are combustion-eraShop on eBay
Brake HoseShop on eBay
Brake Hardware KitShop on eBay
ABS Control ModuleABS became widespread early 1990s; standard by 2012Shop on eBay
ABS Wheel Speed SensorShop on eBay
Parking Brake CableElectronic parking brakes replace cables on most vehicles after ~2015Shop on eBay
Brake Fluid ReservoirShop on eBay
Brake Pedal PadMostly universal fitmentShop on eBay
Suspension
Front StrutsShop on eBay
Rear ShocksShop on eBay
Strut MountShop on eBay
Coil SpringsShop on eBay
Leaf SpringsTrucks and older RWD vehiclesShop on eBay
Upper Control ArmShop on eBay
Lower Control ArmShop on eBay
Control Arm BushingsShop on eBay
Ball JointShop on eBay
Sway Bar LinksShop on eBay
Sway Bar BushingsShop on eBay
Sway BarShop on eBay
Front Wheel Hub Bearing AssemblyShop on eBay
Rear Wheel Hub Bearing AssemblyShop on eBay
Trailing ArmShop on eBay
Air Suspension CompressorLuxury/SUV trims onlyShop on eBay
Air Suspension SpringLuxury/SUV trims onlyShop on eBay
Camber Alignment KitShop on eBay
Coilover KitAftermarket performance upgrade rather than OE replacementShop on eBay
Steering
Steering Rack and PinionShop on eBay
Power Steering PumpHydraulic PS phased out for electric ~2005-2015Shop on eBay
Power Steering HoseShop on eBay
Power Steering ReservoirShop on eBay
Electric Power Steering MotorEPS-equipped vehiclesShop on eBay
Inner Tie RodShop on eBay
Outer Tie Rod EndShop on eBay
Steering ColumnShop on eBay
Steering WheelShop on eBay
Clock SpringAirbag-era vehicles; spiral cable behind wheelShop on eBay
Engine
Complete Engine AssemblyShop on eBay
Cylinder HeadShop on eBay
Head Gasket SetShop on eBay
Valve CoverShop on eBay
Valve Cover GasketShop on eBay
Timing Belt KitEngine-specific: belt vs chain varies by engine not model yearShop on eBay
Timing Chain KitEngine-specific: belt vs chain varies by engine not model yearShop on eBay
Timing CoverShop on eBay
CamshaftShop on eBay
CrankshaftShop on eBay
Piston SetShop on eBay
Connecting RodShop on eBay
Oil PanShop on eBay
Oil Pan GasketShop on eBay
Oil PumpShop on eBay
Oil FilterShop on eBay
Oil CoolerShop on eBay
Engine MountEVs have motor mounts; keyword still worksShop on eBay
Harmonic BalancerShop on eBay
FlexplateShop on eBay
Intake ManifoldShop on eBay
Intake Manifold GasketShop on eBay
Exhaust ManifoldShop on eBay
Valve SpringsShop on eBay
Rocker ArmsShop on eBay
Valve LiftersShop on eBay
PCV ValveShop on eBay
Serpentine BeltPre-1985 vehicles often use multiple V-beltsShop on eBay
Belt TensionerShop on eBay
Idler PulleyShop on eBay
TurbochargerTurbo-equipped engines onlyShop on eBay
IntercoolerTurbo-equipped engines onlyShop on eBay
Engine Splash ShieldShop on eBay
Engine Air FilterShop on eBay
Air Intake BoxShop on eBay
Oil Filler CapShop on eBay
Engine Oil DipstickShop on eBay
Engine Management
Engine Control ModuleOften VIN-programmed; note on pageShop on eBay
Mass Air Flow SensorShop on eBay
MAP SensorShop on eBay
Throttle BodyShop on eBay
Throttle Position SensorShop on eBay
Upstream Oxygen SensorShop on eBay
Downstream Oxygen SensorPost-cat sensor arrived with OBD-II in 1996Shop on eBay
Coolant Temperature SensorShop on eBay
Oil Pressure SensorShop on eBay
Knock SensorShop on eBay
Camshaft Position SensorShop on eBay
Crankshaft Position SensorShop on eBay
Vehicle Speed SensorShop on eBay
Ignition
Spark PlugsShop on eBay
Ignition CoilShop on eBay
Ignition SwitchShop on eBay
Ignition Lock CylinderPush-button start replaces the cylinder on most vehicles after ~2015Shop on eBay
Push Button Start SwitchShop on eBay
Cooling
RadiatorShop on eBay
Radiator CapShop on eBay
Radiator Cooling FanShop on eBay
Water PumpShop on eBay
ThermostatShop on eBay
Thermostat HousingShop on eBay
Upper Radiator HoseShop on eBay
Lower Radiator HoseShop on eBay
Heater HoseShop on eBay
Heater CoreShop on eBay
Coolant ReservoirEVs have coolant loops for battery/electronicsShop on eBay
Radiator SupportShop on eBay
Transmission Oil CoolerShop on eBay
Fuel System
Fuel PumpShop on eBay
Fuel Pump Module AssemblyIn-tank module with senderShop on eBay
Fuel FilterShop on eBay
Fuel InjectorsShop on eBay
Fuel RailShop on eBay
Fuel TankShop on eBay
Gas CapCapless fillers on many vehicles after ~2010Shop on eBay
Fuel Filler NeckShop on eBay
Fuel Pressure RegulatorShop on eBay
Fuel Level Sending UnitShop on eBay
High Pressure Fuel PumpGasoline direct injection enginesShop on eBay
EVAP Purge ValveShop on eBay
EVAP Charcoal CanisterShop on eBay
Exhaust
Catalytic ConvertereBay requires EPA-compliant units; CARB-only rules for CA/NY/CO vehicles - flag on pageShop on eBay
MufflerShop on eBay
Exhaust ResonatorShop on eBay
Exhaust PipeShop on eBay
Exhaust Flex PipeShop on eBay
Exhaust Gasket SetShop on eBay
Exhaust HangerLargely universal rubber hangersShop on eBay
Exhaust Heat ShieldShop on eBay
EGR ValveShop on eBay
Secondary Air Injection PumpShop on eBay
Exhaust TipAccessory; sized by pipe diameter not vehicleShop on eBay
Drivetrain
Automatic Transmission AssemblyShop on eBay
Torque ConverterShop on eBay
Transmission Rebuild KitShop on eBay
Transmission MountShop on eBay
Transmission Oil PanShop on eBay
Transmission Filter KitShop on eBay
Shift SolenoidShop on eBay
Transmission Control ModuleShop on eBay
Shifter CableShop on eBay
Shift KnobMostly universal threadsShop on eBay
Front CV AxleShop on eBay
Rear CV AxleAWD/RWD independent-rear vehiclesShop on eBay
CV Boot KitShop on eBay
DriveshaftRWD/AWD vehiclesShop on eBay
Universal JointShop on eBay
Differential AssemblyShop on eBay
Differential CoverShop on eBay
Transfer Case4WD/AWD vehiclesShop on eBay
Axle ShaftShop on eBay
Wheel StudsShop on eBay
Electrical
Car Battery12V battery; group size specificShop on eBay
Battery CableShop on eBay
Battery TrayShop on eBay
AlternatorHybrids/EVs use DC-DC converters insteadShop on eBay
Starter MotorShop on eBay
Fuse BoxShop on eBay
RelayStandardized ISO relaysShop on eBay
Engine Wiring HarnessShop on eBay
Body Control ModuleShop on eBay
Instrument ClusterMileage-programmed; note on pageShop on eBay
HornLargely universalShop on eBay
Power Window MotorShop on eBay
Power Window SwitchShop on eBay
Door Lock ActuatorShop on eBay
Key Fob RemoteShop on eBay
Backup CameraMandatory on new US vehicles from May 2018Shop on eBay
Parking Assist SensorShop on eBay
12V Power OutletShop on eBay
Ground StrapShop on eBay
Trailer Wiring HarnessShop on eBay
HVAC
AC CompressorShop on eBay
AC CondenserShop on eBay
AC EvaporatorShop on eBay
AC Expansion ValveShop on eBay
AC Receiver DrierShop on eBay
AC Hose AssemblyShop on eBay
Blower MotorShop on eBay
Blower Motor ResistorShop on eBay
Heater Control ValveShop on eBay
Climate Control ModuleShop on eBay
Cabin Air FilterRare before late 1990sShop on eBay
AC Pressure SwitchShop on eBay
Lighting
Headlight AssemblyShop on eBay
Headlight BulbsBulb size specific; model keyword still standard searchShop on eBay
Tail Light AssemblyShop on eBay
Fog Light AssemblyShop on eBay
Turn Signal AssemblyShop on eBay
Side Marker LightShop on eBay
Third Brake LightMandatory on US cars from 1986Shop on eBay
License Plate LightShop on eBay
Dome Light AssemblyShop on eBay
Headlight SwitchShop on eBay
Body
HoodShop on eBay
Front FenderShop on eBay
Front Bumper CoverShop on eBay
Rear Bumper CoverShop on eBay
Bumper Reinforcement BarShop on eBay
GrilleShop on eBay
Side MirrorShop on eBay
Mirror GlassShop on eBay
Exterior Door HandleShop on eBay
Door HingeShop on eBay
Hood LatchShop on eBay
Hood Lift StrutsShop on eBay
Trunk LidShop on eBay
LiftgateSUVs/hatchbacksShop on eBay
Liftgate StrutsShop on eBay
TailgatePickupsShop on eBay
Tailgate HandlePickupsShop on eBay
Fender LinerShop on eBay
Mud FlapsShop on eBay
Running BoardsTrucks/SUVsShop on eBay
Roof Rack Cross BarsShop on eBay
Rear SpoilerShop on eBay
Emblem SetShop on eBay
AntennaShop on eBay
Rocker PanelRust repair staple for older vehiclesShop on eBay
Quarter PanelShop on eBay
Cowl Panel GrilleShop on eBay
Door Weatherstrip SealShop on eBay
Glass
WindshieldFreight-heavy; local install more common but glass sells on eBayShop on eBay
Rear Window GlassShop on eBay
Door Window GlassShop on eBay
Window RegulatorShop on eBay
Wiper BladesSize-specific but model search is the standard patternShop on eBay
Wiper ArmShop on eBay
Windshield Wiper MotorShop on eBay
Windshield Washer PumpShop on eBay
Washer Fluid ReservoirShop on eBay
Interior
Front SeatShop on eBay
Seat Cover SetShop on eBay
Seat BeltShop on eBay
Seat Belt BuckleShop on eBay
Floor MatsShop on eBay
Carpet SetShop on eBay
DashboardShop on eBay
Dash CoverShop on eBay
Glove BoxShop on eBay
Center ConsoleShop on eBay
Console Lid ArmrestShop on eBay
Door PanelShop on eBay
HeadlinerShop on eBay
Sun VisorShop on eBay
Rearview MirrorShop on eBay
Radio Head UnitOE replacement; aftermarket DIN units are their own worldShop on eBay
Car SpeakersSized by diameter more than vehicleShop on eBay
Steering Wheel CoverUniversal sizingShop on eBay
Wheels
Wheel RimShop on eBay
HubcapsShop on eBay
Wheel Center CapsShop on eBay
TPMS SensorUS-mandated on all new vehicles from Sept 2007Shop on eBay
Valve StemsShop on eBay
Spare Tire KitShop on eBay
Jack KitShop on eBay
Lug NutsThread/seat specificShop on eBay
Wheel SpacersBolt-pattern specificShop on eBay
TiresSearched by tire size not vehicle; link the size from vehicle specsShop on eBay